Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Redhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Reception child at a mainstream primary in Merstham from 7th September 2026. The role starts with half-days during a transition period and requires vigilant support for a non-verbal child with Autism and Global Developmental Delay.

Experience with Intensive Interaction, supporting non-verbal children, and managing sensory/communication needs is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with non-verbal children and complex communication.
• Ability to provide 1:1 supervision in a safe environment.
• Familiarity with Intensive Interaction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide calm, dedicated 1:1 support for a Reception child.
• Maintain a safe environment and closely monitor safety during transitions.

Skills

Intensive Interaction

Non-verbal support

Sensory needs

1:1 supervision

Job description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant – Reception, Merstham

We are looking for an experienced 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a child starting Reception from Monday, 7th September. The child will initially be on a reduced timetable, so the role will begin as half-days during the transition period.

Role Details

• Location: Merstham
• Start Date: Monday, 7th September 2026
• Setting: Mainstream Primary School
• Year Group: Reception
• Role: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant
• Hours: Half-days initially, as part of a reduced timetable

About the Child

The child has Autism and Global Developmental Delay and is non-verbal. He also has a tendency to put objects in his mouth, so the successful candidate will need to be highly vigilant and proactive in maintaining his safety.

Experience Required

• Intensive Interaction Attention Bucket interventions
• Supporting non-verbal children
• Managing sensory and communication needs
• Providing close 1:1 supervision and maintaining a safe environment

This would suit an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting children with complex communication and developmental needs and can provide calm, consistent and attentive 1:1 support.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website). If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Contact

Contact: Emily Baker

Telephone: [phone] l Ext 1052